A Cumbria Police spokesman said the collision occurred at around 4.45pm.

"The 71-year-old female driver was cut free from her vehicle but unfortunately died at the scene," he said.

Officers are seeking information from anyone who may have witnessed the crash. In particular would like to trace the driver of a silver-coloured vehicle, possibly a Ford Focus, that was travelling in front of the Ford Fusion prior to the collision.

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